About us
Café Esplanad was established in 1994 on Pohjoisesplanadi and has since been a central part of Helsinki’s café culture.
Where it all began
Gunvor Backman and her husband Torsten opened their first café on Korkeavuorenkatu in Helsinki in 1957. Café Succès still operates in the same location and remains under the ownership of the same family.
Café Esplanad was founded in 1994, when a space became available in the heart of Helsinki that was deemed suitable for running a café. The time and location called for slightly bigger ideas than on Korkeavuorenkatu, so serving rights were seen as a natural part of the concept. We brought a fresh breeze to a Helsinki battered by recession — a golden lining to everyday life.
For us, customer service, freshness, and above all quality are the principles we follow every day as we prepare to serve our customers.
We also roast our own coffee beans, from filter coffee to specialty brews. This way, we ensure a unique café experience every time you walk through our doors.
Pohjoisesplanadi 37
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